Los Angeles: Indian-American businesswoman, philanthropist, and accomplished musician, Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon, is known for blending classical Indian music with global sounds to create powerful and healing experiences. A graduate of IIM Ahmedabad, she was the first Indian-American woman partner at McKinsey and went on to establish Tandon Capital Associates, a New York-based firm focused on restructuring institutions.

In addition to her success in business, Tandon has become a significant figure in the music world. Trained in Hindustani and Carnatic music traditions, she has built a reputation for her ability to bring ancient Indian mantras into modern musical contexts. Her debut album Soul Call (2009) earned her a Grammy nomination, and she has continued to create music that merges Indian classical music with Western influences.

Chandrika’s 2024 album Triveni, which fuses Vedic chants with the sounds of world music, won her the 2025 Grammy Award for Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album. She collaborated with South African flautist Wouter Kellerman and Japanese cellist Eru Matsumoto to craft this meditative journey. The album's fusion of diverse musical styles speaks to Tandon’s unique ability to bridge cultures through music, while its spiritual themes reflect her deeper purpose of inner healing.

 

Her philanthropic work, alongside her husband Ranjan, includes a $100 million donation to the New York School of Engineering, which now bears the Tandon name. This donation exemplifies her commitment to education and innovation.

 

Chandrika Tandon is the sister of Indra Nooyi, the former CEO of PepsiCo, and has often been in the spotlight alongside her sibling’s remarkable achievements. Tandon's own accomplishments in business and music reflect her diverse talents and dedication to cultural fusion, marking her as a prominent figure in both the business world and the arts.